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I would recommend the Scarlett 4i4 + A Headphone Splitter.
The Scarlett series has some good quality preamps so your vocals sound good and the 4i4 also has separate volume knobs for headphones and monitors making it easy to turn off your monitors when you want to record.
I've put the splitter I use below, connect that to your headphone output on the audio interface then you can have 4 headphones connected. You can also then control the volume of each headphone separately.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000KGYAYQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AGx.FbDXXY5Y1
While I personally have not used one. Google 3.5mm 2 in 1 out mixer
here is one I found on amazon that should get the job done. Look around for one you like in your price range.
Edit: looks like the reviews say that one sucks but just use it as an example for what you need.
I'm intent on buying my first synth setup. A little non-standard, but I'm planning on getting the Moog Subharmonicon and building around that. It eats up most of my budget so right now just looking to add a basic drum machine, probably Volca Beats, and then – asking because I'm completely inexperienced – I presume I need some sort of mixer to pass it all through? This is simply for my own entertainment via headphones at the moment, so what can I can I get away with in terms of low cost options? Will this suffice? Cheers
Ok, so if your Audio Interface only has two Audio Inputs you can get a Passive Mixer. So something like:
4 Channel Passive Mixer Output into Audio Input 1.
Just know that you'll have to blend your 4 instruments on the passive mixer since it'll be recording on 1 track in Ableton.
Here’s a super simple mixer that will mix up to four inputs down to one. You’ll lose the stereo this way, but it’s a really cheap and easy way to mix your volcas. You’ll also still need an audio interface if you want to record to your computer. But you could get away with a single channel interview face. Again, this would mean losing your stereo image.
I use a little Behringer micro-mixer
https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Micromix-MX400-Low-Noise-4-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ
Or a matrix mixer, if you want to get wacky with the feedback loops. I have a 4x4 channel one from Xiwi, who are no longer in business, but there are others out there.
I'd like to find a small audio mixer, that has a minimum of 3 inputs and 2 outputs (all 3.5mm stereo). Basically I'd like my PC, TV, and phone to output to headphones and/or desktop speakers.
This is the closest I've found in terms of price range and form factor, but it doesn't have dual outputs (and I'd need to use adapters to get 3.5mm): https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Micromix-MX400-Low-Noise-4-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ/
Any ideas?
Can someone help me understand mixers? Trying to combine PC audio with PS4 audio+mic
I would like to be able to play fortnight on PC, while my friends are playing on PS4. Apparently it is crossplay for PC + PS4/Xbox. So I would need the audio coming from my mic (me talking) to input into the PS4, and then the audio from the PS4 (them talking) to output into my headphones. Then I need the audio from my PC (where I'll get the game audio) to also output to the same headphones.
First, is this possible? I purchased this mixer which ended up not being 3.5mm so I wasn't able to test if it would work. I also read that this particular mixer wouldn't be able to combine both the left and the right audio. This ends up making it pointless if that includes the PC audio since I need positional audio for the game. Apparently it is supposed to be used to mix instruments like a guitar which doesn't require dual channel audio.
Hopefully what I'm trying to accomplish makes sense. Any help on this quest is appreci
Can someone help me understand mixers? Trying to combine PC audio with PS4 audio+mic
I would like to be able to play fortnight on PC, while my friends are playing on PS4. Apparently it is crossplay for PC + PS4/Xbox. So I would need the audio coming from my mic (me talking) to input into the PS4, and then the audio from the PS4 (them talking) to output into my headphones. Then I need the audio from my PC (where I'll get the game audio) to also output to the same headphones.
First, is this possible? I purchased this mixer which ended up not being 3.5mm so I wasn't able to test if it would work. I also read that this particular mixer wouldn't be able to combine both the left and the right audio. This ends up making it pointless if that includes the PC audio since I need positional audio for the game. Apparently it is supposed to be used to mix instruments like a guitar which doesn't require dual channel audio.
Hopefully what I'm trying to accomplish makes sense. Any help on this quest is appreciated!
Honestly, it's 30 bucks and they know many people will buy it. These people make a KILLING off of accessories, and they know not as many people will buy it at 30 bucks if it doesn't have the headphones. So they throw in a cheap 1 dollar pair of headphones to make it "seem worth it". I'm probably going to just buckle down and buy a cheap 4 channel mixer and use that instead, I'll only ever be playing with voice chat at home and I need the mixer anyway. Something like this will do the trick just fine and give you 2 extra channels for, e.g. piping in external music.
Thanks for the reply.
How would I know what volume level to set each channel of the mixer at? I was looking at this mixer.
Also, do you think this will impact sound quality in any way?
Alright I'm curious. Would love to be able to adjust audio from multiple sources for one pair of headphones without getting a crazy mixer right now....is there anything somewhat similar to the simplicity of this mixer, but stereo, not mono?
I think you need something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KGYAYQ/ref=psdc_11974881_t1_B00102VV46
Although no one seems to sell them with 3.5mm inputs. So you can buy some 3.5mm -> 1/4" adapters which are on the same page under Frequently Bought Together.
Behringer MicroMIX MX400. Something like this may be what you are looking for.
Ahh... Sorry can't think of a solution to this.
Combining 2 stereo inputs will produce a 4 channel output. There is no getting around that without higher-end hardware or software mixers.
Personally I have a somewhat similar use case. I have a cell-phone and a desktop which I need to use simultaneously. I plug in an around ear headset to the desktop and earplug headset to the cell-phone. The earplugs go in first and then the around ear headset goes over the earplug. I don't know if this is helpful in you case so TIFWIW.
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See this in Amazon India (best I could find at a resonable price) Behringer MicroMIX MX400 Low-Noise 4-channel Line Mixer, Black
Y-splitters often work fine. A lot of people will tell you that's not how you're supposed to use them, and they are right. However, in my understanding, (nearly?) all modern equipment is properly protected. I actually emailed both Korg and Novation about using a Y-splitter with my two synths, and they both said it was fine.
Korg did kindly point out that Behringer makes cheap mixers, starting at $25 :)
Oh, I wasn't aware of that. Not a huge audio techie myself. Would this be an alternative then? Do you know of any other solutions to get simultaneous play out of the speakers?
I think I'd prefer simultaneously. In that case, would something like this do the job, along with some 3.5 mm to 1/4 inch adapters?
EDIT: If you could point out any other mixers then that would be great. Just looking for the best deal while still maintaining decent quality.
You need a mixer brah. As long as you don't mind losing stereo audio you can accomplish this pretty cheap.
A lot of mixers have 1/4" mono inputs, but with some adapter cables I'm sure you could make something like this work.
The better solution would be a stereo mixer and they aren´t that expensive as I thought they would be:
The Behringer MX400 might work for your needs as well. It's an inexpensive 4-channel line mixer.
I believe this is the cheapest you could get away with. What are you trying to do exactly? Music and game at the same time? Have you considered using the pc only?
Thanks for replying! The mixer I have does not distinguish channels, only inputs -- it's this one here. Unless I'm missing something, there's no way to control any panning or stereo control at all -- it's only mono inputs/outputs and then individual volume controls for the various inputs.
It's actually a 4 channel mono mixer ( http://www.amazon.co.uk/Behringer-MX400-Micromix-Noise-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1443798703&sr=8-13&keywords=behringer+mixer ), but I think they have a headphone amp with the exact same look!
Thanks for the advice, i'm thinking a mixer may be the cheapest way to achieve this after doing some research, would a mixer like this be fine or could you suggest one please ?
Preferably, already have a bunch of them laying around.
Correct me if I'm wrong since I probably am, but wouldn't this work for what I need?
I would plug my PC and Console/TV into inputs 1 and 2, then my headphones into the output right?
Then for my guitar it would just me input 1 and the output into my computer?
I'm playing with my Xbox One, in my music studio. So, I can do this pretty easily, however, I can suggest you to buy a mini-mixer.
Like this: http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MX400-BEHRINGER-MICROMIX/dp/B000KGYAYQ
Plug in your headphone, into the 'output' of the mixer. Plug in the Xbox One and iPhone to the 'inputs', and voila. Also, you'll need couple of middle cables for sure.
Edit: You can't use your microphone with this setup. Sorry.
Edit2: Don't know about Astro.
Pretty interesting. I was thinking of doing something similar with this mixer.
> Then it goes to my master volume that outputs to my headphones and speakers with the reverse order of adapters.
What do you mean master volume?
> I put my speakers on a second output channel so I can turn them off if I'm not using them
What do you mean a second output channel?
Sorry to ask so many questions. Im pretty new at this and am curious.
I found this one which is dirt cheap. Seems to do everything I need it to do.
What are your thoughts? http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MX400-BEHRINGER-MICROMIX/dp/B000KGYAYQ/
EDIT: I do not want to sacrifice audio quality at all. I want it to support 2 channels (L/R) for each as I am using headphones.
Just noticed the 2 speakers - something like this might come in handy - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Behringer-MX400-Micromix-Noise-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=mini+mixer+music&qid=1617309369&sr=8-9
Looks like a third-party version of that Behringer MicroMix: https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Micromix-MX400-Low-Noise-4-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ
Mono though so that setup isn't using the OP-Z's stereo.
A mixer, by definition, is exactly what you need. A device that can take multiple sources, independently control for volume, then sum the resulting signal.
Prices are all over the place depending on the mixer - full feautured audio consoles top out around $100k, but you probably need something more like this or this.
I haven't used either of those products, other users might be able to point you towards a specific one they trust.
I don't know enough of specific models to give a recommendation, but Behringer are usually a solid choice
https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Micromix-MX400-Low-Noise-4-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ/
Note that this, and others, will work on any source connected with analogue 6,3mm cables (1/4"), so you may need adapters for that. But each channel is mono, so you will need to connect each L and R signal to separate inputs
i come to ask for audio mixer recommendations, because the one i bought was awful for what i needed
so my goal is to have my pc and tv audio going through an audio mixer and then out through my hs. so i can hear the game audio and my stream alerts and everything without messing with OBS's audio levels in the application tray, thereby messing with OBS recording desktop audio (i still don't understand why this happens, but it does)
my friend suggested this audio mixer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KGYAYQ
combined with https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XAVOW00 and https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076BFZDG2
my experience was awful to say the least. i could not raise the volume past 40% without distortion, and even before that it was still poor quality. perhaps due to the 6.35 to 3.5mm adapters?
i only need a 2 channel mixer, 3 at the most later down the line. i am willing to pay $100 if it's actually good quality, altho i'm hesitant it won't work again
> and easily adjust the balance/mix between them. (example: may be a few sliders or dials that will allow me to kill the audio on the game and turn up the music. Kill the music and focus on the tv. Up the game volume, but keep the music on in the background).
It's called a mixer. You won't get surround sound support but 2 channel would be just fine.
TV, PC, and Alexa would all connect into that box, and then single output into an amp which then powers a pair of speakers.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KGYAYQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_sYI0FbD4MSM7H
That one will likely be just fine. Mixers like these don't normally handle microphone inputs, but would manage instruments well enough.
I just don't see how it's counterfeiting, or even close. There are so many products that are exact clones there's no point in even trying to list all of them. Here's one example in particular though:
Is that counterfeiting? Is it only counterfeiting when Behringer does it to Arturia?
That's just free-market capitalism and companies try to disrupt eachothers sales all the time. Look at Lyft and Uber- constantly trying to take out the competition.
How about all of these 4 channel mixers? Are they all trying to disrupt Behringer's sales?
Why don't people get upset about this?
Does anyone know how to combine two output signals into one output signal? In other words I want to hear two different sound sources in one pair of headphones. I've heard that using a simple Y splitter could damage the output sources as they would be electrically connected and "powering" each other. I found this $20 Behringer thing on Amazon, would this work? Thanks in advance.
I would say the same for the multi-headphone amp, but then the audio interface depends on what you want to do with the laptop.You could also use a simple cheap mixer, then no need for a laptop:https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Micromix-MX400-Low-Noise-4-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ/
To avoid delay, you could do this:
Instruments------- Mixer ------------ Headphone Amp ------------- HP1 / HP2 / Audio interface
Do you reckon this would do the job?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Behringer-MX400-Micromix-Noise-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ
Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KGYAYQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zAWYBbMJDQ2VN
A mixer if you want to listen to more than one at the same time. BEHRINGER MICROMIX MX400
BEHRINGER MICROMIX MX400 If you don't want to manually press the switch button or listen to more than one source at the same time.
RCA audio switcher Nobsound Little Bear MC1022 Mini 2(1)-IN-1(2)-OUT RCA Stereo Audio Switch Audio Switcher also in 3.5mm versions.
They shouldn't affect the sound.
3.5mm audio selectors seem to be more common than RCA.
https://smile.amazon.com/STEREO-Manual-Speaker-selector-available/dp/B073GWCRP3
https://smile.amazon.com/4minds-Splitter-selector-Computer-Headphones/dp/B0776JX4JQ
https://smile.amazon.com/Stereo-Manual-Selector-Sharing-Switch/dp/B00NTKFKMG
https://smile.amazon.com/Selector-Sharing-headphone-earphone-selector/dp/B079Y46M3N
Audio mixer:
https://www.amazon.ca/Behringer-MX400-Ultra-Low-Noise-4-Channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ/
Various features and prices available.
Both, I suppose. The DAC and amp inputs and outputs in the diagram just connect to the same physical box on your desk.
I can't find any perfectly fitting choices, maybe this like this, you could set the Yeti monitoring level with just one dial on the mixer. I'm not 100% sure it'd work without issues as I've never seen anyone do it like this but I can't immediately see why not.
What you want is a Mixer Example however, one that can mix a USB and stereo source might be hard to find. You could get a USB DAC/soundcard and convert the USB output to a stereo, then use the mixer. super cheap example
Why are you doing this? Are you trying to run the two through one input? Why not just get a line mixer and bypass the minilogue if that's the case. https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MicroMIX-MX400-Low-Noise-4-channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ
The volcas have built in speakers, so you'll be able to play and hear both at the same time with no extra equipment! But, if you need a cheap mixer to have both go into one set of headphones (if you have roommates who maybe don't want to have to listen in as you slowly learn new instruments), a lot of people are suggesting the Basil Dude, which is great. An even cheaper option is the Behringer Micromix, though it's not battery powered, and all the ins/outs are 1/4 inch mono, so you'll need to grab some of these for the inputs and one of these for the output. But, the cost of all that is still less than half of the cost of a Dude.
I was wondering if anyone know of any reasonable priced stereo 1/4 inch mixers.
This mixer from Behringer would've been perfect for me in terms of size and price, but it outputs in MONO, and I was looking to get something that outputs in stereo.
The closest thing to what I want was this mixer. The only thing was that it's kind of expensive, so I was hoping that someone had a recommendation that was a bit cheaper.
Or alternatively, if someone has a suggestion for something else that can let me combine a bunch of input into one stereo output, i'm all ears.
Alright, I know this probably doesn't completely fit into the purpose of this thread, but I figured peeps here would still know a hell of a lot more than me about this stuff... Would love to be able to adjust audio from multiple sources for one pair of headphones without getting a crazy mixer right now....is there anything somewhat similar to the simplicity of this mixer, but stereo, not mono? Or is the best option for something like this basically the Q802?
Ah ok. Yeah you'll need a mixer. Like this https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MicroMIX-MX400-Low-Noise-4-channel/dp/B000KGYAYQ
The setup you're wanting sounds like it could benefit from a mixer and some bluetooth audio receivers. You would need one receiver per echo and the audio would be mixed, so you'd need to remember to stop playback on one device before starting playback on another.
Each Volca comes with a stereo 3.5mm cable. Plug one into the sync out of one into the sync in of the other. You'll then need a mixer to hook the headphone out to for each Volca.
Here's a cheap mixer, and you'll need one of these cables for the Bass, and one of these cables for the Sample.
Use a mixer like this just an older version. and a headphone amp like this again just an older version. We've been rehearsing like this for years.
You should be able to solve your problem for around $50.
Also, this is the mixer I bought, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KGYAYQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Why wouldnt I be able to just use another guitar cable to transfer the data?
Hi, thanks for responding :)
I figure that a couple of these would be my best bet if I don't want to use a online voice chat right?
Also, with something like this would I be able to route inputs to the headphones/control room (not 100% what ctrl room is either) but not to the output and vice versa?
Thanks again :)
wew, holy crap thank you both.
I shall take a look at the speakers, as I will most likely upgrade in the future, however for now I will probably stick with the Wharfedale, but I'll see how the Sony's sound first.
I do plan to replace my amp, and am considering (pretty set on) getting either a Schiit Magni 2 or Vali 2 paired with a Schiit Modi 2 DAC, however if it's worth getting a better/more powerful Amp to power both the Sony and Wharfedale, should I do that?
Also sorry no, I should have specified I am UK.
Edit: Doesn't really make a difference to my speakers, but when I get my new PC, I intend to have possibly this mixer, to control volume levels between my PC output, TV/PS4 output, an aux cable so I can play music off my phone, and then output to my amp. Do you have any advice for this?
Edit 2: Just realised that says mono mixer... so issue then with stereo outputs, correct?
Edit 3: Subwoofer/bass speaker, should I and how would I put one in? What do I need to buy, how are they set up differently
How about this one?
I'm looking for a setup that can combine the audio outputs from 2 PCs into one output that goes into my headphones (AT m50X). I recently bought this which I now realize doesn't support stereo. Can anyone suggest a cheap (under $25) way to accomplish what I want with stereo?
The absolute cheapest you can do to solve this is this. Otherwise you're just going to have to switch the cable every time.
Instead of getting an entire new mixer to do this is it possible that I can just use a BEHRINGER MICROMIX MX400 to get the audio from both PC's into one set of headphones?
I think something like this might work: http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MX400-BEHRINGER-MICROMIX/dp/B000KGYAYQ
Except don't get that because the output is mono, not meant for stero headphones.
Well this is the second Y Cable I have gotten, now, the noise only happens when I have both the devices going- If I turn off one of the devices or unplug them, the noise stops.
Now the Mixers I've been looking at most of the Amazon reviews have said they were Mono Here are some links:
Now I did see this, but it was a Passive mixer, so I assume I'll have the issue I have now ( Besides the high pitched noise ) which is lack of actual Volume.
The simplest cheapest thing would probably be to buy a headphone splitter and a 1/8 inch (headphone jack) female/female adapter. Plug headphones into adapter, plug splitter into adapter, connect iPod and 3ds to splitter with 1/8 inch cables. Alternatively you could buy a little mixer if you want to do it more professionally (you'll need to buy 1/4 inch to 1/8 inch adapters for that mixer to work with standard headphone type audio cables).
These are just the first I found, but any alternative should work. RadioShack or any local music/electronics place should have the cabling.
** Edit: This cable is ready to go, but the leads are probably too short to reach your 3ds and laptop comfortably. If you could find one with longer cables you'd be set: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ZNTPZLM/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1441499186&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=stereo+y+splitter&dpPl=1&dpID=41rL2KhRgIL&ref=plSrch **
Headphone splitter:
Mixer:
http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MX400-BEHRINGER-MICROMIX/dp/B000KGYAYQ
1/4 to 1/8 adapter: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000068O3T/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1441498739&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=1%2F4+to+1%2F8&dpPl=1&dpID=31tLIDKLK6L&ref=plSrch
The micro mixer here is a pretty cheep option. http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MX400-BEHRINGER-MICROMIX/dp/B000KGYAYQ
Best way to organize sound this way is to use an audio mixer. I linked one but I don't have a lot of experience with mixers, so I can't really recommend any.
If you want a cheaper solution then you could get a nice pair of 3.5 splitters, just be sure you get the right kind.
you can use an external mixer and pipe in music to it from your phone, etc. - that way the music never plays on your computer. Something like this http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MX400-BEHRINGER-MICROMIX/dp/B000KGYAYQ
additionally: I agree with the others saying you need a mixer to combine two active sources simultaneously into one output.
This and this appear to both be able to do what you would need cheaply, although be sure to read up on them before you buy. one review on the cheaper one claimed to only have mono out rather than stereo. i didn't read too much into either of them though.
Then you could use something like this.
Do you just need to connect your synths? Behringer Micromix
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